Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center, LLC

The photos below are from the dance with the Oracle Band at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center 5-31-2014.

The band’s high energy level never stopped; the dancers were fun and friendly.

“Thank You” to all. We hope to see you again!

Oracle Band at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center

The Oracle Band

High-Energy Dance Music

Saturday, May 31, 2014 8:30pm

At Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center

EVERYBODY DANCE!

Everyone Welcome: Singles, Couples,

Anyone who likes to get up and

move on the dance floor!

8:00 – Doors Open
8:30 to 11:30 pm – Dance to the music of the ORACLE BAND
11:30 pm – 12:30 am – Dancing continues to the music of Robert Kuzyk, DJ
Admission: $15 at the door
Beer, wine and snacks available from the snack bar
Directions to Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center

Oracle is a high-energy six-piece band.
They play a large variety of music–songs from years past to the present time.
Each performance is infused with a large dose of fun that becomes contagious!!!!

When the managers of Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center heard about the Oracle Band and went to see them at Blob’s Park, they knew this band would be a great addition to the list of live music performers at their Ballroom. They asked the Oracle Band to perform at Hollywood Ballroom and very quickly, a date was set up.

Now, everyone is looking forward to the band’s first appearance at the Ballroom on May 31, 2014.

The dance floor at Hollywood Ballroom is 7200 square feet, and that’s plenty of room for lots of other dancers and as well as former patrons of Blob’s Park and followers of the Oracle Band.

View the Oracle Band website

The Band’s blog with lots of pictures of their performance on Feb 14th at Blob’s Park.

International Style with Nonci Tirado
Tuesday Night Classes

International Style Lessons at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center

Tuesdays 7:30 and 8:30 pm

Latin Drill: Perform Basics Like a Pro

Advanced Choreography

Latin Drill: Perform Basics Like a Pro
Whether you’re a beginner or a superstar Latin dancer, drilling the basics is a must! There is no other way around mastering the basics. This is a 60 minute drill intensive. Come ready to work and come ready to have FUN while you perfect your dance moves!

This class will focus on drilling the basics in rumba, cha cha, samba and jive, with attention given to proper footwork, feet/leg/hip action, posture/back mobility, spins and turns, and lead/follow. Some simple open choreography for exercise.

♦ Learn how to polish such basic movements as: Forward and backward walks, delayed walks, checked walks, pressed walks, hip twist turns, switch turns, spiral turns, 3 step turns, spins, lock steps, chasses, time steps, continuous lock steps, rondes…and much more.
♦ Learn a choreographed basic routine in solo position which we will review and repeat each week with emphasis on refining!
♦ Understand timing, musicality, spatial awareness, partner sensitivity
Notes will be given to suit the needs of each dancer. Partners welcomed but not necessary.

Advanced Choreography

This class offers an opportunity to dance intricate and exciting choreography. It is a great way to develop repertoire and partnering skills.

Finally, here is a class that takes you to the ultimate level in International Latin dancing. Learn beautiful and exciting choreographed phrases involving open figures and some gold level syllabus figures. Emphasis will be on performance technique and individuality. This class is designed for the advanced beginner social to the seasoned competitive dancer.

Explore your possibilities and become the art. Take your dancing to the next level!

Tuesday Night Classes:
45 minute lessons, 4 week series
Monthly $60/one class, $110/both classes; Drop-in $18

Contact Nonci
www.nonci.net
noncft@hotmail.com 443-415-5001

View more information about Nonci Tirado

What is a Practice Session?

THE PURPOSE

While the format of a practice session is much like a typical social ballroom
dance, the purpose is different. As the name implies, the purpose of a practice session is to give dancers a chance to practice on a spacious dance floor.

THE MUSIC

The instructor hosting the practice session will play pre-recorded music he or she has carefully chosen for the correct tempo for each type of dance and for the characteristics that make each dance unique.

Examples:

• If the session is titled “International Standard,” music will be played only for waltzes, foxtrots, tangos, quickstep and other “smooth,” usually traveling, dances. The tempo of each song will be the correct tempo for International style dances.

• Likewise, if the session is titled “American Rhythm,” music will be played for rumba, cha cha, swing and other “rhythm” dances, each dance in the correct tempo for American style.

• If the session is only titled “Open Practice,” expect a variety of dance music to be played.

The host instructor may repeat the same song several times in a row so that competitors have an opportunity to practice their routines. Requests for songs specific to a routine may be taken toward the end of the session.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

“Open Practice Sessions” means that all dancers are welcome and encouraged to come. You do not have to be a student of the hosting instructor. You can be at any level of dance experience; you can dance either International or American style. Host instructors are always happy to see dancers take advantage of their sessions.

You can come to just enjoy dancing. You do not need to have a particular move or routine that you are practicing. It is a great opportunity to dance on an uncrowded dance floor.

The dancers who frequently attend practice sessions can be very serious dancers. Many routines, especially in traveling dances, have couples moving quickly around the dance floor. Therefore, it is very important to follow the rules of dance etiquette, especially observing the line of dance (moving around the dance floor in a counter-clockwise direction).

Unlike a social dance, dancers either come with a partner, plan to meet someone there, or plan to practice solo.

THE ROLE OF THE HOST INSTRUCTOR

The host instructor is responsible for the dancing environment of the session, including providing appropriate music.

Instructions/lessons are not included in the practice session. However, instructors hosting the practice session are often pleased to make suggestions when asked.

“Supervised Practice Sessions” means that the hosting instructor will be present in the room, monitoring the music and watching the dancers.

“Practice Sessions with Assistance” means that the hosting instructor is happy to help if you request help.

DATES, DETAILS AND PRICES OF PRACTICE SESSIONS

For dates, details and prices of sessions, check the Calendar.

Lessons Before Dances

Lessons Before Social Ballroom Dances

Lessons before dances are often, but not always, included in the price of admission to the Social Ballroom Dances. The calendar will have information about lessons offered before dances.

THE SUNDAY NIGHT SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE

usually includes the following lessons in the price of admission:

• a beginner lesson
• an intermediate lesson

The beginner and intermediate lessons are usually offered concurrently before the Sunday night dance starts. You may attend either of these lessons with your paid admission to the dance.

Should I take the beginner or the intermediate level lesson? If you are not thoroughly familiar with the basic steps of a dance, we suggest you take the beginner level lesson. This has nothing to do with how long you have been dancing in general. The instructor for the intermediate level lesson will assume that all students are familiar with the basic steps of the dance and will spend little time, if any, teaching the basics. If you are not familiar with the basic steps, you probably will find yourself falling behind and not enjoying the lesson.

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCES ON OTHER NIGHTS

or on other special occasions often include a beginner/intermediate lesson in the price of admission. Sometimes, however, a lesson is not included. Such information will be provided in the calendar of events.

THE THURSDAY AFTERNOON TEA DANCE

does not include lessons in the admission price.

Lessons Before West Coast Swing Dances

West Coast Swing Nights are held almost every Friday of the year (please check the calendar).

Dance Jam Productions is the official host of “West Coast Swing” night.
For latest updates, including what lessons will be offered each week, click here.

Lessons Before Country/Line Dances

Stay tuned for upcoming information.

Lessons Before Mr. Mambo’s Salsa/Bachata Socials

This very dynamic group has an ever growing schedule, so check back often!
for information about lessons offered with each event, click here.

Additional Information

Singles, couples and groups are always welcome, both to the lessons and to the dances. Partners are not required (unless otherwise noted).

Check the CALENDAR for what lessons will be taught and which instructors will be teaching the lessons on different nights. Lessons may be held in the main ballroom or the studio.

The INSTRUCTORS PAGE has information about our instructors.

For special events and International programs, please see the information posted about each event.

Dance Instructor

“…Donnie Burns once said to me, Nonci has the best arms and hands in the business.”
-Ron Bennett

Nonci Tirado is a classically trained and esteemed Professional Champion Latin dancer.
Some of her numerous US titles include:

♦ US Latin National Finalist,
♦ North American Champion,
♦ Eastern US Champion and
♦ US Rising Star Champion.
♦ Former Undefeated Fred Astaire National Latin Champion.

Nonci has shared the stage with world renowned artists such as
Placido Domingo, Renee Fleming, and Deborah Voigt.

She recently danced with the stars of “So You Think You Can Dance,”
Benji Schwimmer, Sabra Johnson and Jamal at the Daughter of the American Revolution stage.
She recently appeared in the musical SHOWBOAT
She was cast in numerous productions as a principal dancer in
Baltimore and at the Opera House stage at the Kennedy Center with the Washington Opera.
She has been invited to perform abroad in Europe, Asia and South America.

Nonci trained with Latin giants Espen Salberg, Ron Montez, Ruud Vermeij, Julie Laird and numerous others.

“Nonci is very professional and has a great way with people. Her students really like her.”